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When do I call a lawyer, if I feel my child is not receiving an appropriate education? With Regina Skyer, Esq.
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Over the course of a 13 year journey through the school system, it is natural that parents will experience a conflict or two that they have to confront with their child’s teacher or administrator. But what if the nature of the conflict is larger than and requires a parent to seek legal counsel?
On today’s episode, we speak with Regina Skyer, founder and manager of Skyer Law, New York’s premier special education firm. She explains, in detail, what to do when a parent feels their child is not receiving a free and appropriate education - a right they are entitled to by law.
More on Regina Skyer:
Regina Skyer is a leading special education lawyer who is known throughout New York State. After enjoying a fifteen-year career as a social worker and special education administrator, she entered the City University of New York Public Interest Law School in 1988 for the sole purpose of working with special needs children and their families. Regina balanced parenting and working as director of Summit Camp while in law school. When she graduated in 1991 she was recognized as a leading student in her class. Regina was admitted to the New York Bar in 1992.
As the founder and manager of Skyer Law, Regina’s involvement in every aspect of the firm’s day-to-day operation is obvious; she meets with new clients and helps parents find the right educational programs and opportunities for their children. She works closely with educational consultants, neuropsychologists, evaluators, school administrators, and other professionals.
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